Monday, March 14, 2016

FREE SOCIAL STUDIES LESSON - “Johnny Appleseed Thematic Map Activity”

by The Balanced Classroom2nd - 4th Grade

This is a map activity based on the life of Johnny Appleseed. The children will create a map key, compass rose, and title the map according to what it represents. The children are asked to place symbols on a map of the United States after learning about Johnny Appleseed. This activity can be used with a Johnny Appleseed Thematic Unit.

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